PRIOR TO THIS story I'm about to share, it is very important to note that the characters herein and the story is entirely fictional but based on a true life story.
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For a clearer picture ,and ease of understanding, the story will be told from the eye-sight of the main Characters..
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It seemed like a new beginning for Kate and I and our only son David. The sun was warm and the rays penetrated the windows of our humble home .
Be it as it may, every story has a beginning and ours was the most exciting moment of my life of which I will always remember.
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'' I will always be there for you. Even when the world is against us, I will stand by you , love you and cherish you in health and sickness; in wealth and poverty, till death do us part, Gabriel'' .
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These words meant alot to me and the smile on Kate's face alone was the most beautiful thing in the whole universe. As she made her vows to me and proclaimed her love in front of the whole congregation, I felt like the luckiest person alive''.....
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I was still beaming with Joy and happiness while I put the ring on her finger, when the priest said '' You may kiss the bride'_____ 'brethren I give you Mr. and Mrs Egedege'' . The soft but deep kiss on my lips by her's made an inaugural statement of the bliss to come in latter days.
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Kate is a very pretty lady and her long black hair adorned her fair-skin that made her look like a hybrid( or you can say half-cast). She is a naturally caring person and would go extra miles just to make me happy. Her Ibo descent made her seem more economical with financial situations. I couldnt say less of her ability to nourish me properly both in the dinning room and the other room.
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My son David, is just 6 and wise enough to help out with little home chores. His brown eyes depicted a clone image of mine ,matching his dimples on the cheek. The trait was in the gene, including his hard but curly hair like mine.
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Our family was a happy one and didnt care much about the little income we made from my craft-work (paper marge, wood carving and capentry). Things went on fine untill the needs of the family became more demanding and cumbersome... Only a miracle would rescue me from this situation.
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The only thing I wanted was to give my family a wonderful and comfortable life. This seemed farfetched and impossible because my wife Kate was no better a high school leaver, and her mini-business (she sold food items) could only provide little. The remedy was a mile walk away, but I was determined to get there. Anyhow or Anyway, I was going to succeed..

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Gabriel


It was early in the morning but we had to leave, Dave was still in his room getting his school bag ready, while I munched breakfast.

I called out to him and he replied in a loud and clear voice.


'Am coming Dad, let me get my bag' David replied while he dashed into his room. He was quick and agile , I couldnt imagine the energy that flowed in his veins. Every opportunity I had to smile and feel proud, was utilized to the climax.
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'Love , you should eat your breakfast quick. You know I dont like you starving at work'' Kate reassured me with a soothing voice.
I was happy and let the love and happiness circulate to every part of my being.
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The only words that were courageous or rather sheepish enough to escape my mouth was ''Kate, I love you so very much'' . She leaned forward and rested on my shoulders with her hair stroking my chin. When she had felt comfortable, it was time to admit the unending truth '' And I love you so very, very much, Gabriel''
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I took Dave by the arm and we went outside . A truck was there to carry some of my products to the seaport. Some of the goods very priced below normal, but I didnt complain since the youth of these modern age prefared gadgets to wooden toys. The clearance officer was my very good friend and he adviced me to make wooden horses to be exported to the west. The idea was bright but the capital to start was deep down in hades- if only it were that easy- the best I did was to settle for little shipments until I was able to acquire a loan from the bank.
** '' Dave dont forget to kiss your Mom goodbye , Ok'' I said . The little man rushed to his mother ,who was now standing at the doorway. She had to bend down a little and recieve the kiss . '' Bye Mom, love you ''.
" and I love you too, Dave'' Kate replied. I bade her goodbye and then we hopped unto the truck (which was almost filled to the top..... The driver ignited the engine and it took off gradually and then accellerated with minimum velocity. As we left I looked through the side mirror and saw Kate waving her arms in a way of trying to bid us goodbye... '' take care Love, call me when you get to work'' she shouted a little.
'' I will. I will call you ,Love'' my reply came while popping my head out of the window a little.

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The seaport was an hour journey, and was sort of exhausting to get there. I dropped Dave at school, before we embarked on the journey........ We Reached there at about 9.45 am on the morning drive. The port was busy for its status. A huge sign was placed at the entrance and the security officials were fully armed to the teeth. . . . .. . METRO-DEVIAN seaport was a hub for dealers of general mechandise and home service equipment. It was established 30 years back and now flourished 24/7.
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'' where my goods...'' came a voice , when we had parked ''I hope they are in good shape, Gabriel'' continued the voice who was now in sight. Tayo was a good friend and a very hard-working clearance officer. He helped me secure some space on the container, in return he got commission on the products.
'' Tayo. Good to see you again and yes they are in good shape'' I reassured him.
He looked at the back of truck and came to me the second time when he finally said '' Gabz, you need to do more ok. If you ever want to be rich. Man try getting a loan from the bank. Remember you are doing this for Kate''
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His words were blunt but honest, the least I could do to repay the love of my wife was to make her comfortable. And that was the prior thing for now and I couldnt care less about myself...
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Gabriel


In essence of being the best husband and father, I made efforts to recieve bank loans and used our home as collateral-it was'nt much but enough to get me 500 grand- then it was time to actively make use my talents. I put up posters of employment. Yes I became the boss practically. Day and night , we worked tirelessly at the little workshop near the house.... Some days when I sleep off while working late, Kate is always there to make sure the ball was kept rolling, she was my lineline through out the turbulent waves.


The craft store was getting bigger, the payout increased. Shipments doubled and income became stable, my few employees were able to the task. The ride was long, but in a while we could afford to buy a truck car. Kate is one dynamic person and she could adjust to any situation without stress. This made her take up the wheel as our new driver.


For months things were working fine and everyone seemed happy than ever. Just as I thought life was becoming easier so came the bitter realization that changed my life for good.

We took another batch of consignment to the seaport just to supply as usual, but this time I was alone and I got a shock revalation that got me thinking for days..


'' Whats happening Tayo? A question that came simultaneously from my mind and mouth, because I was still confused why the Police was shutting down the vicinity. The Seaport was put under total lock and key

Everywhere,people crowde,d either trying to complain or convince their clearance officers to do something and save their containers.


''Gabz I'm sorry. They found some cocaine stocked up in one our containers. According to report I gathered, they put it in the wooden toy horses you made...''

Tayo was not done with his speech when I cut in

'' what? Tayo you are joking right? I mean; how come? Who put drugs in my crafts?
This is insane.''

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Tayo knew the pain I was going through at the moment and he knew exactly the right words to say ''bro calm down, its not the end of the world. Remember I put you in this mess, dont worry we'll figure out something. Just relax'' Those words didnt hold enough water in them but I could atleast take sympathy in his words. How am I going to get the installments to settle my bank loans- like hell, it was a monthly issue- and to make things worse I didnt save enough.
Crying wouldnt help matters, at most a Man of my age (I was still 30 ) should not be easily defeated by trials.

It took some time before I snapped out of my deep thoughts '' so what do we do now? '' my mind was not yet made up but the mouth took a turn after the shock.

''I'll figure out something. Just hang in there. Gabz dont worry.'' Tayo concluded.

I tried to open the driver's seat-door but my mind and body were not in sync, a chord had been detached from my medulla, and the body was making and taking actions on its own. The road home was now shorter because I wanted nothing more than to get home and sleep- I was devastated -to be frank.

"All will be fine, love. Dont worry. We will survive'' Kate tried to calm me down after I narated my ordeal to her immediately I got home.
'' Remember, we're in this together Gabriel, I will stand by you.'' she continued.
I looked at her and couldnt understand why this Ibo woman had no love for money. It was incredible and yet fascinating. All my life I was made to believe the Ibo women had nothing but crush for wealth-they cant keep a blind eye to money.

My mom came by the house and she was there all through,listening to our conversation. We sat at the dinning table. Mama was still young and her beauty shone with a radiance of unspoken magnitude. Even her words made it worthwhile to appreciate her as a mother.

''Gabriel my son, dont worry. You need to focus more on your wife and child. Now is not the time to sulk in your mishaps, rather look to the brighter side of life'' Mom nailed her point with a revolting sense that demanded self-applause.

So blessed by God for giving me two lovely women in my life. I was thankful and showed it in a genuine way.

I thanked the both of them.


Meanwhile, we were had dinner and it was getting late.


The night was cold and Katherine knew exactly what to do. She stroke my chest with her left arm in a gentle soothing manner. ''Come here to mama'' she said.
My mind was ready, I obeyed like a sheep to the slaughter. Rolling over I found myself under her unclad body-damn my wife is a hottie-


She rocked me steadily while moaning. Her V.G was making a palatable covering on my joystick. She was simply amazing.'



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The next morning was even more dramatic. I was still on the bed trying to figure out how to get a down-payment for my new truck which I had already described as ''FOR SALE'' . The need was urgent and no Jupiter or Mars was stopping it. To avoid the harrassment from the bank I needed a plan. This was not the life I wanted, not like this.
Still deep in thoughts and confusion, I barely noticed when Kate came from the living room to get me out of the bed '' Love , stop this you're doing , I know its hard but we will make it somehow'' Kate was sure of herself.
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The ceiling fan was now a thing of wonder to my eyes- the cyclic rythm somehow seemed to take away the thoughts and they became butterflies in my head. '' Love, we need money, Dave has to pay his school fees and we have to pay the bank'' these words managed to escape my lips when I tried to sit up on the bed.
'' I know Gabriel, thats why I will look for a job. Any job that will bring money''
'' Dont worry Kate, you need not do that. Things will be fine''
'' but atleast ,let me try, than sitting all day in a store hoping that someone buys even a matchstick box'' she sounded bitter and serious.
*
I kept quiet and let her win the arguement but deep down I knew what I wanted....
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THE NEW LADY
* The remaining art crafts in my store I started taking to the market. Found a spot along the road and quietly squeezed myself in between two women. There was going to be my pivot to a goodlife (I GUESS) .
Everyday was a story for the Gods. I could barely sell even just a toy. The Sun scoarched me in the afternoon, rain would cool my nerves in the evening. This continued for two days ,until I met the lady that turned my story around.
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Sometimes we think that the universe doesnt hear our heart desires. Its just hard to realise that we are innocent of anything Karma brings our way. That was my mindset but this changed when a lady in a new suv saloon car stopped right infront of me.
She came down and walked straight to my stand (at least I can call it that, I was practically standing . And no time to sit down) and her voice was nice and calm when she said '' How much are these horses?
'' Ma'am just 350 per horse'' I said reluctantly.
'' Hmm they are cheap''
'' I 'll take the eight of them'' she concluded. ''ma'am thats nice but all these cant enter your booth, so how will you take them? '' I suggested while still looking bitter (maybe the sun scoarched even the sense of humour out of me.
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'' I'll pay for them now and you'll deliver them to my flower farm. I need them as a gift for my daughter-her birthday is coming up'' the lady persisted.
I could'nt believe her . ''ME , deliver it to your flower farm'' I thought out loudly to myself.
*''ma'am but I dont do home service delivery''
'' dont worry, I will pay you 50% for downtime and inconviniences...and did you make them yourself? She was quick to question my patience which was about to Peter out.
''yes I did'' was an answer that best suit her rhetorical statement.
'' they are lovely. Here, take the money and thats my card so you will locate the farm'' she gave me her complementary card and then took a picture of me with her iphone 7.
''and what was that for? I asked
'' so you dont run away with my money...uhm ?? She tried to guess
'' Gabriel, its Gabriel'' was good enough to make her stop seeing me as a thief,who will be so eager to abscond with her money.
* ''oh nice. Am Damilola and it was nice to meet you'' Dami was eager to shake me. I stretch forward my arms and enclosed her soft palms. It felt like touching a teddy bear-they were so soft.
*
After she shook me and turned to get back into her car, that was when I noticed she was very beautiful. Her hair was blonde and probably fixed but it was a perfect suit to her very fair skin. Her hips looked like they had been under surgical blades( they were too good to be true). The high-heels that adorned her feet shone brightly in the warm sunlight, making a compliment effect of her perfect match red gown.
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''whats happening to you Gabriel'' I quickly questioned myself. ''Let it pass. You're married now, its a by-gone issue'' the thoughts were loud in my head and I stood there jaws down and watching as Dami zoomed off with her gray coloured car.
'' this cant be happening, no no. Its just infatuation or lust-yes lust-for heaven sakes you are married'' I admonished myself the more, still trying to dissociate my mind from the worst : Having feelings for another woman.

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*I started searching for Job vancancies to support Gabriel, I applied for nanny jobs, catery services, and even as a househelp. During my search, Mimi was there to help me out. She was a friend indeed and she made it her priority to always have time to spend with me-a weekend girly thing- and never was it a dull moment.
* Mimi worked at a gym house and she spent most of her time during rounds of coaching to trainees. She was also fanatic of belly dancing. ** We were having some we time at our usual hangout-the Verizon Restaurant- and I couldnt ignore the fact that Mimi was looking a bit different today- her skin was lighter and her chest was very firm. Her slim but in-shape body was almost perfect.
'' Mimi you look different today, whatsup? I tried to enquire.
'' Nothing is up. Just keeping fit. And you Kate you need to take care of yourself. You look pale''
''Mimi, I dont have time for that. I need to take care of my family . Then other things follow'' I sighed
* Kate, to be honest: you stress yourself so much and neglect your duty of remaining beautiful in Gabriel's eyes'' mimi pointed out .
* That wasnt the most important thing to me. My husband loved me and so did my kid. The troubles which was more demanding were the financial issues- and I always pretend not to be worried- even my parents were not rich.
* Ever since I had been a teenager ( I got pregnant at 16 and a young mother. Now 22) it was my dream to finish high school, go to college and get a degree in Business Administrations. A good Bsc with first class was my target but if only wishes were horses. My dream was cut short when I fell in love with Gabriel, not minding the circumstances surrounding our relationship and the need for wealth in my family. My mother even tried to discourage me from marrying a simple carpenter-she wanted a son-in-law who had fleet of cars and controlled assets with just a snap of his fingers. All these were good and wise to wish for but Love blinded my ego for aquisition of wealth.
* I was deeply in love with the man that captured my heart-Gabriel- and everyday I had to pretend not to care about money as long as we lived happily.
* I was willing to stay poor for Love, but the turn of things had begin to re-programme that mindset...
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" Funmi, Funmi ?? where is this girl?. Funmi , Mom is home now. Baby , baby am back now. " the house was silent and no reply , this was unusual . Funmi would always come running out to embrace me when ever she heard my car park outside the front entrance door. Things were really getting spooky and I thought maybe my daughter had been kidnapped.

Reaching for the wooden bat that was near the door I made sure the slightest noise was not heard.
" Bisola , Bisola, where in the world is that good for nothing Nanny... " Bisi was my daughter' s nanny and she not being in the living room meant she was either in the kitchen or cleaning the bathroom. The thought pass through my mind that I was just being too sensitive and paranoid, at least Umaru was still on guard at the main-gate so there must be a conspiracy somewhere.
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"Mummy!!!!! " that was Funmi's voice when she came rushing from the back door that lead to the garden behind the house . " Mummy, welcome mummy " Funmi was quick to embrace me. I put down the batton on the floor and sighed a huge relief
" Baby what did go outside to do? you nearly scared the life out of me "

"sorry Mummy, Nanny took me out to water the flowers"
" and where is that your nanny" I enquired with a furious face expression.

"Im right here ma'am " Bisi replied just when she closed the door behind her. " I am sorry madam , but I told her to stay upstairs in her room but she insisted ." Continued Bisi

" Bisola , how many times have I told you not to allow my baby get her clothes dirty while playing? look at her now , she looks so messy" The anger in my voice was noticeable.
Bisola just keft silent and replied " Madam it wont happen again"..
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" and you left the front door unlocked, the passage , evrywhere looks so unkept . What am I paying you for eh? Bisi" that was when I noticed the toys that were littered across the hallway .

" Ma'am am sorry" Bisi repeated
" Mummy dont be mad at nanny, I was bored that thats why I asked her to play with me" . My daughter had the most lovely voice and her sweet voice was angelic that it was enough to calm the storm in my temper.
" but baby you shouldn't play outside in the garden" I wanted to make my point clear.
" mummy , my birthday is coming up soon and I dont have any one to play with" Funmi said this in a very touching manner.
"Dont worry baby, mummy is here for you"

"mummy I want my daddy, doesnt he love me , will he come for my birthday?"

* Those words made me loose balance . I did not know how to lie to my only daughter . Being a single mother was not an easy task , and my boyfriend Richard left me when we were still in college . His mom was against our relationship, she even went as far as calling my mom a mistress, and that she wouldnt have anything to do with a daughter of the woman that tried to steal her husband.

*Richard left me for America, and he never knew we had a baby from just one night's stand.........

" baby dont worry, Daddy loves you and remember I told you that your dad works in a very far place ."
"yes I do mummy, but doesnt he want me in his life , I have not seen him before mummy. when is he coming back?" Funmi cut in.

I didnt know the best answer to give her but atleast I did not enjoy seeing my daughter suffer "Soon Baby. I promise your mummy will get daddy back" I said and hugged my 6 year old beautiful daughter.......
I wasnt sure what I was going to do, I only knew I had to do something and it had to be soon.
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CHAPTER 2
*The Turn Around*


GABRIEL

The ladies were feeling disgusted with my V.I.P treatment. They kept talking and making funny comments. I cared less about their discomfort.

What difference would it make? I was also in great distress, the timing was wrong and terrible.



The air in the town shuttle bus was ageless and putrified. The passengers alone were more than the luxirious bus could accomodate.

'' why is he occupying three seats ?''

''we are passengers too''

''I cant understand the reason why he seats there so comfortably...''

''while we are standing'' the second lady cut in while they continued with their chit-chat.

Their disturbances was much and the steward couldnt take it anymore.

*'' please Ma'am dont get it all wrong. Those goods were paid for as normal passengers would ''
he said to rid the bus of nonsense gossip.


The bus was a fifteen seater-long town shuttle. Three passengers could seat on a row.

That was not the case here, four passengers squeezed on each and a pack of others jammed themselves through the passway.

* my phone rang*

''hello Love'' I sighed.

''hello Gabriel. How are you? Have you taken lunch?''

'' No, but I will soon'' I said trying to be calm .

'why? Whats wrong? Kate enquired
''are you sick. Whats the problem honey?

*''nothing, I sold all my paper maché horses . Some lady bought them all, and I'm taking it to her flower farm now'' I said.

''ok. Love . I'm here with Mimi. She is going to help me secure a job'' Kate said ,in a more calm voice.

''ok. Bye love''

On that fateful day, I should be feeling happy about my sales. That was far from the truth. The stress of transportation was a tragedy in comedy garments.


I alighted from the bus at Eleme Junction- yes I was living in Port-Harcourt, Nigeria. thats how I got into exportation business- then took a cab that was going to ''Love Blooms '' flower farm.

* Love Blooms was huge and stretch throughout a hectare of land.
* The tales about this farm were ferry in nature. The exports of fresh flowers to the West(THE GREAT America) were tripple tonnes annually.

The main entrance had no gaurds and the flowers were beautiful. It was like the owner wanted to give a stranger the first impression- We have only beautiful flowers, no cash here- How sweet!!

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KATHERINE

After the phone call with Gabriel, the thoughts in my head raced faster than ever. The great Usain Bolt would loose his reputation trying to beat their record.

''Uhm Kate...Kate...kate!!!'' the voice of Mimi ,jolted me into reality.

''yes...yes... What? I said

''what are you up to now? Mimi said
'' we cant sit here all day, come on lets get go search for a job'' she continued.

''uhm.. Mimi its 2pm already. I have to pick Dave from school'' I smirked.
My eyes gazed upon the wall clock at the end of the eatery hall.


''ok then. We'll do that tommorrow'' Mimi sounded discouraged.


* David's school was not so far from our location. The ride there was just 20 minutes away. The streets pattern was dynamic , cars trooped out of different angles .

The traffic lights regulated the flow. ''RED..YELLOW...GREEN'' and then I was in a flashback.
** Gabriel was with me on the bed . The sheets were snow white and pure. I was still un-broken and 16 years old- a girl who was still in anticipation to explore the sweet side of life.
He touched my b**bs which were very firm and super-big for my age. The electric charge that passed through me that moment were unspoken and unheard of.

'' I'm scared Gabriel'' I said , with fear in my voice.

'' Trust me Katherine, this wont hurt'' Gabriel convinced me.

'' what happens if I get pregnant?'

'' We will be careful, I promise you' He said while kissing my lower stomach.

He went further downwards. This time my abdomen were on fire. The fire I had never felt before. For the first time in my life, a strong the pin-like structure in my V.j was filled with so much nerves. The feeling was out of this world. The pace of my heart increed, when Gabriel touch that pin-like structure with his tongue- uuhhhh!!! Oh my!!

''arrghhh!! Ummmm!!! Gabri.....'' I moaned out.

''shhh stay put Kate ,just relax'' He shushed me and grabbed my two arms that were trying to push his head away, from my v.j.

These feelings were electric. Like nothing I've ever felt before.
The sweetness turned to pain, when He inserted his finger into my V.j. A shock passed through me and my body released some kind of fluid.

* The pain was excruciating and grew worse, when Gabriel put in his Pen*s inside me. He made two push and I was already bleeding.
Blood soaked the white sheets and crawled down to my laps- I was fully unclad- and that was how I became de-flowered.

''ARRRRRR!!! It hurts . Gabriel please'' I cried.

'' Kate ,do you love me?
He asked . His chocolate skin was now glowing, sweat broke out from every part of his unclad body. He was like a machine and that moment I fell in love with that Machine.

'I love you''

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